Note on sizing: It runs true to size if you want it a little loose. If you're a natural MEDIUM and used to performance shirt fits, a SMALL will work perfectly.
“I use mine every day the sun is out, and that’s nearly every damn day here in sunny Florida. I love it when I am outside on the move with some weight on my back, that’s my form of mental health, but I have no interest in even having a dermatologist, let alone being on their Christmas card list. You gotta keep the rays at bay and this is how I do just that.” — Jason, GORUCK CoFounder
Featherweight performance ToughMesh with UPF 30+ sun protection that breathes and wicks like crazy, dries with little to no breeze, and packs down to practically nothing. The fabric is world-class ToughMesh, milled in the foothills of the Italian Alps close to where da Vinci painted The Last Supper, and it’s now proven with rucks on our backs all over the world.
Features
Built out of world-class, featherweight Italian ToughMesh™
Small GORUCK spearhead on chest
Off-the-shoulder seams for minimal friction when rucking
Hood provides additional protection from the sun
Specs and Materials
Charcoal: 80% Nylon, 15% Elastane, 5% Polyester
Black & Ranger Green: 85% Nylon, 15% Elastane
About ToughMesh™:
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” - da Vinci. T’s transition easily from the driveway to the streets to the bar. With and without a ruck on your back.
ToughMesh™ weighs only 100GSM (grams per square meter).
That’s 30-40% less weight than normal performance fabrics.
To make the fabric tough enough, we use nylon (then add a little stretch). The polyester version repeatedly failed our testing and cost us an extra year that we’ll never get back.
Every roll of fabric takes 6 hours to complete, using 44-gauge needles. Standard fabric takes 45 minutes and uses 20-gauge needles. Quality takes time.
Mini-perforations are woven into the fabric to increase airflow, speed up dry time, and decrease weight. They’re small and mighty but do not dominate the shirt's aesthetic.
Antimicrobial treatment is added into the fibers themselves, before the fabric is woven in Italy. This process ensures a significantly longer lifespan of odor resistance across repeated washings. Lesser fabrics are simply “coated” after they’re milled - which wears off in just a few cycles of a high-powered washing machine.
UPF 35 (this provides 97%+ coverage) to protect your skin from the sun.
Off-the-shoulder seams remove friction while wearing a ruck - which we hope you do often.
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A smiling man in sunglasses and a hat pulls the hood of the Men's Sun Hoodie - ToughMesh over his head, enjoying the sun with UPF 30+ protection beneath a bright blue sky.
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A man smiles outdoors in a Men's Sun Hoodie - ToughMesh, enjoying sunny weather by palm trees. The lightweight hoodie offers UPF 30+ sun protection, making it perfect for staying comfortable and stylish all day.
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GORUCK men's black pullover performance hoodie with thumbholes, size L, front view
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Man rucking in GORUCK ToughMesh black hoodie, shorts, and rucksack outside suburban houses
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Man rucking outdoors in black GORUCK ToughMesh hoodie with backpack and sandbag
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Two people rucking with GORUCK backpacks and gear under a large outdoor metal structure
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Man wearing black GORUCK ToughMesh hoodie rucking with weighted sandbag outdoors
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Man wearing GORUCK ToughMesh Hoodie in black with backpack outdoors on suburban street
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Man rucking in GORUCK Tough Mesh Hoodie and backpack outdoors on city street
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GORUCK men's olive pullover performance hoodie with thumbholes, size L, front view
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Man in green GORUCK Tough Mesh Hoodie with black backpack outdoors, rucking gear focus
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Man outdoors in GORUCK ToughMesh Hoodie, olive green, camo shorts, black cap
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Man in green GORUCK Tough Mesh Hoodie lifting sandbag outdoors, rucking gear demonstration
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Two men wearing GORUCK backpacks and rucking gear walking outdoors at sunset
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Man in GORUCK ToughMesh hoodie and backpack resting outdoors in the mountains
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GORUCK men's dark grey performance pullover hoodie with thumbholes, long sleeves
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Man outdoors in GORUCK sun hoodie, sunglasses, and rucking backpack on a sunny street
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Man wearing GORUCK ToughMesh charcoal hoodie, cap, and backpack carrying a sandbag outdoors
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Two people rucking in GORUCK gear on a scenic autumn trail surrounded by colorful trees
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Man rucking outdoors wearing GORUCK ToughMesh charcoal hoodie and black backpack at sunset
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Man in charcoal GORUCK Tough Mesh Hoodie lifting rucksack outdoors during workout
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Man hiking outdoors in a GORUCK ToughMesh hoodie and backpack in nature trail setting
Men's Sun Hoodie - ToughMesh
Regular price$99.00
Regular priceSale price$99.00
Overall rating: 4.87013 / 5 from 77 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Men's Sun Hoodie - ToughMesh is praised for its comfortable and well-fitting design, high-quality construction, and excellent sun protection. Customers appreciate its lightweight and breathable fabric, which dries quickly and offers superior odor resistance. The off-the-shoulder seams reduce friction, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
"Size XL fits nicely without being too baggy or too tight across the chest and shoulders." — James W.
"VERY SATISFIED with the fit and color." — Mike M.
Reviews
Breathes way better than I do
"When you read mesh, if you’re thinking of submissive fish net, like I was, you will be disappointed. Breathes well, dries faster. Incredible product. Will likely add another if it comes back in stock. Love it."
— ECA (5/5)
Love it - needs more colorful options
"Love my sun hoodie… Super light weight… nice roomy fit I’m a size L and fits just right. Wish there were more colorful options!"
— Adam T. (5/5)
"Quick shipping. Excellent product."
— Sarah (5/5)
Breathes well, stays dry and
"Breathes well, stays dry and keeps you cool."
— Jose S. (5/5)
The material is awesome for
"The material is awesome for the summer and prevents the sunburn , super light and breathable"
— Richard V. (5/5)
This is my second sun
"This is my second sun hoodie. I think this one is even better than the previous one, with same lightness while feeling more solid and not wrinkling as easily. It still packs down to nothing (you could probably stuff it inside a shoe if you really wanted to). It does what it says when protecting from the sun, though I still recommend pairing with a hat or face sunscreen, as the hood doesn't come very far forward. I took an ATV ride through the jungle while wearing the hoodie, and it protected my skin from the brunt of the burs and thorns. I picked a ton of stickers out of the sleeves afterward, and there was no lasting damage to the garment."
— Kelly N. (5/5)
Truly durable and comfortable
"I’ve had many technical shirts for hot weather. Hands down this is the best. I ended up getting all the colors and some for friends. It’s withstood Velcro snags and laying on sandpaper while trying to work in tight spaces. No snags or runs. Easy to quick hand wash and dry in an hour. As with everything GORUCK, only top tier quality, exceeds advertising."
— Artem P. (5/5)
"Just what i was looking for! Need some extra sun protection during exercise and work. Great GoRuck quality, prefect fit and materials. Lightweight and cooling!"
— Jim (5/5)
Nothing else on the market like Toughmesh!
"I have tried many different sun hoodies. I live in the desert southwest. This Toughmesh hoodie is the best there is. The nylon is awesomely durable, and the breathability is astounding. I searched and searched for the holy grail of sun hoodies. . . This is it! IMPROVEMENTS: GoRuck, please, Please, PLEASE, make this shirt in lighter colors for us desert dwellers. I don't know, maybe wearing black in the summer is fine in Florida, but where it gets 115 degrees, dark colors do not work. I know its a branding thing also, but please! A desert tan, or FDE/coyote would be wonderful. Also, it would be incredible if you marketed an orange and/or red one for Search and Rescue use! Please, for philanthropy? I used to wear the Outdoor Research orange hoodie until they discontinued it. . . the GoRuck Toughmesh blows it out of the water. It is twice as breathable. I just need it in our approved color. Lastly, please don't add in polyester. . . I'd have to stop wearing this amazing hoodie."
— S. M. (5/5)
"Excellent quality as one would expect from GoRuck. XXL was way too big. Exchanged for XL!"
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